Description

We´re looking for help with a permaculture project born in 2008. The land comprises agricultural and forestry land, all of which we intend to make productive over the coming months and years.

We keep pigs, goats, sheep, rabbits, guinea pigs, chickens, ducks, geese, cats and dogs and bees, all of whom need lots of attention. Long term volunteers will have the opportunity to learn goat milking and simple cheese making when we have sufficient milk.

We´re located in a beautiful peaceful location, but are within walking distance of the village. We're lucky to have a good range of local facilities close by, including wi-fi internet, and are easy to reach via public transport.

Type of help

Help

Current projects include renovating the house, installing irrigation systems including RAM pumps, expanding and maintaining our vegetable gardens, planting native trees, building animal shelters, clearing forest, soil improvement and, well, just about everything else!! There's no shortage of different things to do, and lots of variety. Both skilled and unskilled help welcomed, experience isn´t required. We ask that guests stay for a minimum of two weeks, and preference will be given to those who can stay for longer.

Languages spoken

English, Portuguese, Dutch, German

Accommodation

We have camping space and basic caravan / truck accommodation. Live in vehicles very welcome. It's important to realise that our facilities are basic and this is not the place to visit if you're looking for luxury.

We´re happy to accommodate children with prior discussion, and we´re pleased to work with larger groups (eg Scouts, youth groups).

What else ...

We usually host a number of volunteers at any one time, and run permaculture and related courses in the summer months, so this can be a great place to socialise as well as chill out. We speak English at home, but there´s plenty of opportunity to practice your Portuguese if you would like.

Wifi internet available in local village.

A little more information

Internet access

Limited internet access

We have pets

We are smokers

How many Workawayers can stay?

More than two

Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

Your hosts live and teach permaculture. Here you'll have an opportunity to experience practical application and be part of maintaining and developing an emergent project.
We attract visitors from around the world so you can socialise on site or walk to our local bar in the next village.

Volunteering hours expected

25 hours per week

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Feedback

Valerio was a pleasure to host. He was genuinely interested in what we're trying to achieve, listened carefully to what was required and gave it his best. He was a really nice chap to share conversation with over shared lunch, and collaborated well with the other volunteers who were here. We would be very pleased to see him again one day.

Connor was a really lovely chap. Interested in what we were doing, listened to what needed doing and worked hard at it, great to chat to over communal meals. We'd love to see him again some day.

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07/02/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Jonas)

Jonas joined us for a week in February. Sadly the weather was awful but that didn't deter him from making a major impact on some projects and his help was hugely appreciated.
He was a pleasure to chat to at mealtimes and showed a genuine interest in our project, but he was able to work entirely alone where necessarily.
It was a shame Jonas… read more didn't have more time to spend with us, but he'll be very welcome back if he's revisiting the area sometime.

We only allow contact to Workawayers with active subscriptions.

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08/10/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Elisabeth & Lukas)

A brilliant, self sufficient little family who were a tremendous help to us and great people to enjoy spending time with. Relaxed and sociable, genuinely interested in learning about our lifestyle, and dedicated to the work at hand. Elisabeth did a methodical and professional job helping us to repoint a wall which we hugely appreciate, Lukas got… read more involved with all sorts of animal and harvest type jobs, and Alma kept us all amused with her cheery company. We hope we'll cross paths again.

Marco was an absolute star. He worked really hard at everything that needed doing, particularly making a really professional job of repointing a stone wall which we really appreciate. But just as importantly, he was a great guy to host. He fitted into our family and volunteer teams quickly and easily, and was always cheerful and relaxed. Wishing… read more you well with your future plans Marco, and hoping they'll include a repeat visit one day! Thanks so much for joining us.

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08/10/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Merel)

Merel was a thoughtful and peaceful person who we enjoyed having with us. She worked methodically and carefully at everything that needed doing during her stay, making particular inroads into repointing a stone wall which we really appreciate. Merel got on very well with the other volunteers who were here at the same time and made a super team… read more member. Wishing you well on your future adventures Merel, please come and see us again if your path brings you back this way.

Helen worked with us in July. She was good company and was willing to try her hand at everything we were getting on with. Thanks Helen.

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19/09/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Karl)

Karl is a fantastic guy who we really enjoyed having with us. He worked meticulously and hard, but more importantly, was good company.
We wish him well with his future travels, and would welcome him back if he's back in Portugal sometime.

We only allow contact to Workawayers with active subscriptions.

(Excellent
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03/05/2016

Left by Workawayer (Sontje) for host

I spent 2.5 weeks and it was my first workaway experience. Andrea and Jeroen are very welcoming people with a great sense of humour:). I enjoyed my stay at this beautiful place, even though the weather wasn't so good (btw you should take the advice about a good-quality sleeping bag and waterproofs seriously). I liked the work and the food was… read more delicious!

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15/04/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Sontje)

Sontje joined us for about three weeks in April. She got stuck in to every job that needed doing with a smile, and was a pleasure to host. We'd love to see her again one day.

Kees joined us for just over a week in March. I got the impression that we didn't excite him by working on inspiring projects whilst he was here, but he was a tremendous help with the day to day tasks that form the backbone of the work on such a project. Kees was particularly helpful when it came to caring for the goats and if he'd been here… read more longer I imagine he'd have taken on more responsibility there.

Interesting to chat to, very willing to muck in in a community setting and a capable and efficient worker, Kees was a pleasure to host and we'd welcome him back.

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02/03/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Michal)

Mike was a pleasure to host. He was a methodical and sensible worker, putting his hands to all sorts of tasks around the farm. But he was also an easy and enjoyable guest who fitted in well with other visitors and was excellent company. We would welcome seeing him again if his path ever brought him in this direction.

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02/03/2016

Left by Workawayer (Michal) for host

I stayed here for two weeks and I really enjoyed it. I liked chats with Andrea and Jeroen about life on the farm. They are very eager to share their knowledge. I learned a lot of new things like eg making a hot compost heap, lime based mortar techniques. The hosts are very friendly and give you quite a lot of flexibility about work tasks. The… read more place is very tranquil and beautifully located. Quite remote and the village with WiFi is quite a walk away although the walk and the small village are very picturesque. Even if you don't need to use WiFi it can become a nice routine with a cup of coffee at the local cafe.
The living conditions are quite basic and I think bringing your own tent is a good idea.
Thank you for the nice beginning of my workaway adventure

Abby was a star! She got involved with all our projects wholeheartedly and showed a genuine interest in what we're doing here. She was also good fun to have around. We had some great conversations whilst harvesting chestnuts!

I spent about a month with Andrea and Jeroen and loved every bit of it. The work was always interesting and exciting, and there were always opportunities to learn lots. Andrea, Jeroen and the boys were patient, kind, and inviting, I couldn't have asked for a better place to work and learn.
Beautiful area, and amazing food.
I had a fantastic… read more time, thank you so much!

Marc was the perfect visitor, fitting in easily with a group and being self sufficient in his own time. He was also truly interested in our project and plans, and worked so hard helping us towards realising them. Whilst Marc was here we were working on a swales project, which he lead for us to great effect.

Marc is always welcome back here.

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06/10/2015

Left by Workawayer (Anneke) for host

This is a wonderful place, now back in the city I miss the peace, the green surroundings, the silence and also the people. I stayed here for 2 months for an internship of my studies. I learned many things from Andrea and Jeroen and it will be a great help for later projects I am planning to do.

Life at the farm is basic, the food is excellent… read more and if you stay for a while you will love the peace and silence it offers.

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02/10/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Anneke)

Anneke joined us or two months during our busy summer. She started by completed a certified Permaculture Design Course, then opted to stay on and do some further self directed learning. She has been a tremendous help, and it is so exciting to have a visitor with such genuine enthusiasm to learn more about what we are trying to do.

Anneke has… read more worked hard and is entirely trustworthy and reliable in her work. She has coped admirably with our animals and enjoyed being with an ever changing team of others. It's been a pleasure to have her join us, and we do hope she'll revisit us some time.

I've been visiting Andrea and Jeroen several times over the last few years and I can only say it's a lovely place to be and work. Fresh air and spring water, dark and starful nights, plenty of silence to rest your mind. I found plenty of wildgrowing peppermint and other herbs there, as well as mushrooms. The work I did reached from preparing the… read more beds, helping out with the harvest, weeding, mucking out the goat and chicken shed, preparing food and digging trenches. Food was provided three times a day, best of course was the apple crumble. I was sheltered in one of the caravans where I arranged myself a little home for the time being. Andrea, the host lady I found very helpful - for example when I was in need of extra blankets or had the choice of what and how much to be served for my morning breakfast. From Jeroen I learned a few bits and pieces of (his) common sense and doings, whenever I had questions towards practical matters he was the man. Overall, a very good experience.

Hans has stayed with us several times over the last few years and we've been pleased to see him back.

Hans works hard and can be relied upon to do not only the task that he's been set but also those little things he notices whilst he's going about his day. He's responsible and self reliant, someone we we feel comfortable leaving in charge of… read more the animals for instance.

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09/09/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Patrick)

Patrick stayed with us on our permaculture project during May/June and his help was invaluable. As well as being a great hard worker, it's important to add that he was always cheerful, good fun, and just generally someone that was a pleasure to share the space with.

I stayed one month with Andrea and yeron and it was an awesome time. The work mostly were set up in two parts, routine stuff and afterwards project work. The work experience was very good and I learned a lot. Besides the work the hosts are very nice and if u want to spend your free day at a lake or somewhere they help you. What I really liked that… read more they are absolutely open for group activity on free days like restaurant or BBQ. Thank u again for this awesome time hope to see u again

Patrick

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25/08/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Eleonora)

Eleonora and her partner Enrico joined us for nearly a month in August. For part of their stay we were running courses on site, and their responsible help was really appreciated.

In terms of work, Eleonora and Enrico were great. They got on with everything that we needed help with and we quickly realised that we could trust them to complete a… read more job without supervision. They listened to instructions and asked if they weren't sure.

Almost more importantly though, we enjoyed having them around. They settled into our volunteer team well and were fun to spend time with socially at mealtimes etc. They showed a genuine interest in what we were doing and were always willing to help out and take part.

Perhaps our paths will cross again!

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15/08/2015

Left by Workawayer (sally) for host

Andrea and Jeroen are great hosts and live in a stunningly beautiful part of Portugal. I thoroughly enjoyed my time with them and would certainly recommend this for any permaculture enthusiast. Loved the camaraderie and exchange of knowledge between hosts and other Workawayers.

We only allow contact to Workawayers with active subscriptions.

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08/08/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (sally)

Sally's help was invaluable, and she willingly turned her hand to whatever needed getting on with. She was very obviously someone with a genuine interest, someone who was looking to contribute.

We wish Sally well with her future adventures.

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(Excellent
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13/08/2015

Left by Workawayer (Hugo) for host

I had a a very nice experience. Andrea and Jeroen are caring people - they care about the land, and their family, and the volunteers. This made for a nice working atmosphere. I am very grateful to have been able to spend time there.

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08/08/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Hugo)

Hugo joined us during our busiest time of year, and his help was invaluable. He worked on all sorts of things whilst with us, from collecting animal food to weeding to helping to dig a new pond. What we realised pretty quickly is that he could be relied upon to do an effective job, whatever it was.

Hugo showed a genuine curiosity about the… read more bigger plan for our project and we enjoyed his questions and ideas.

We wish him every success in putting his new found understanding to practical use and would welcome him back here with open arms should the opportunity arise.

We only allow contact to Workawayers with active subscriptions.

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08/08/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Jacqi)

Superb help, great sense of humour, really enjoyed having Jacqi at the farm.
Very welcome back if ever the winds of adventure blow her back to Portugal.

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(Excellent
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08/08/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Marie)

Marie visited us along with her friend Paula and the two of them were the best workawayers a host could ask for.

Marie got on with everything that needed doing with energy and a smile, coped admirably with everything we passed her way, and became a really valued member of the team. We'd love to see her, and Paula, again one day.

We only allow contact to Workawayers with active subscriptions.

(Excellent
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08/08/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Angel)

We really enjoyed having Angel to stay with us back in May. She got on with whatever needed doing at the time, and always cheerfully.

Angel showed a real affinity for our animals, and I think the dogs miss her still ;) (there are puppies now Angel, come on back!!!)

A peaceful place with wonderful landscape!! This is my first workaway, I was very happy staying there for 2 weeks! The host was very nice and always give me options of the work :) it's very good experience for me learning about the farm work and permaculture. Thanks for the meals, cheeses, wine, I really like it!!
I love and miss the dogs :)… read more fluffy, teef, James, black nose, blue~
**thanks for borrowing me the sleeping bag, it's warm!!

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08/08/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Gordon)

Gordon was a tremendous help when he was with us. He showed a genuine interest in what we were doing, could be relied upon to complete whatever job was to hand with a smile, and was a good bloke to have around.

We'd welcome Gordon back any time, and wish him huge success with his future adventures.

We enjoyed having Fabricio join us. He's enthusiastic and always smiling, and he was really happy to turn his hand to whatever needed doing.

We wish him well on his future adventures, and hope he'll come and see us again if they bring him our way.

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08/08/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Melissa-Joy & Benjamin)

Ben and Melissa stayed with us for a month. They worked on all sorts of tasks whilst they were here, and we rapidly realised that they could be counted on to complete a job effectively and reliably. Melissa's plant knowledge meant that we utilised their skills a fair amount in the vegetable garden, but they also provided invaluable help with… read more animal feed, composting, household and infrastructure work.

It was a busy time whilst Ben and Melissa were with us, and we particularly appreciated their willingness to chip in with everything that needed doing.

We wish them every success with their future adventures, and would love to see them again some day.

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21/05/2015

Left by Workawayer (Molly) for host

Sorry this is so late! I had an absolutely amazing time here last year and can still vividly remember it. I was made to feel a part of the family and really enjoyed spending time with Andrea, Jeroen and Rowan - couldn't have asked for a more hospitable experience! We've finally finished the home-made cheese I brought over! A delightful memory of… read more all Andrea's stunning cooking. I really hope I can return one day to see the all the incredible work that was under-way at the time and of course visit my fave Portugal-based family (hopefully I'll get to meet Danny next time)! I often reminisce about the fun we had visiting the bike show, going out for pizza with you and Sam and meeting your lovely friends, playing with all the baby animals, swimming in idyllic hidden rivers and of course all the buzzing festa's we attended in the evening (the list goes on). This experience was and will continue to be a very special memory for me, stay fabulous you guys xxx

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19/08/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Molly)

Molly joined us for two weeks during August. We sincerely hope she'll come back and visit us again some time in the future. She was a pleasure to host and we enjoyed spending 'off duty' time with her as well as working hours.

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03/05/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Victoria & Martin)

Vicky was a really lovely lady who was a tremendous help for just short of two weeks in April. She settled in quickly and got involved in work in our vegetable gardens, in weaving a willow fence, and lots of other things. She was particularly good with the animals.

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17/04/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Lioba)

Lioba stayed with us for a couple of weeks in early April. During this time she was involved in all sorts of different tasks, and she threw herself into each with equal willingness. We learnt very quickly that Lioba picked up tasks really quickly, and could be trusted to ask if she had any query with what needed doing. She was capable with the… read more animals, and was part of a group of volunteers who worked really well together. She was always cheerful and a pleasure to have around. We'd happily recommend her to future hosts, and wish her well with her further travels.

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21/03/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Ruby & Lucy )

Ruby and Lucy are tremendous guests, and we'd recommend them wholeheartedly to other hosts. They're both cheerful and sociable, genuinely interested in what's going on, and willing to have a go at whatever. They worked really hard at whatever they were doing and didn't need supervising, were fun company, but were equally able to occupy their own… read more free time.

On top of all the superb help around the farm, they also illustrated a poster for me advertising our forthcoming courses which I was dead chuffed with.

Welcome back anytime!

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23/02/2015

Left by Workawayer (Samuel J ) for host

Sorry this feedback is late!
BUT, I had an absolutely brilliant time on the farm. Really bloody cold at night so make sure you have a thick sleeping bag and get lots of fire wood in. Other than that I had a lot of fun and was made to feel super welcome. I plan to return in the warmer months. Thank you x

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03/11/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Krisztian)

Krisztian was a really nice young guy who spent time with us during our grape harvest. He got involved in other work too (looking after the animals and garden for instance) and always just got on with the work quietly and without fuss. He got on well with the rest of the team and we wish him well with his further adventures.

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02/11/2014

Left by Workawayer (Krisztian) for host

Wonderful place in the mountains surrounded by beautiful nature. I had a very great time here with nice people ( funny that i already met three of them in different places :) ). Enjoyed the work too, mostly the grape harvesting and i had also the possibility to see how they make the wine. Thanks a lot for these wonderful three weeks!

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02/11/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Kate & Laurence)

Kate and Laurence deserve major kudos for cycling all the way here from England. We're well impressed!

Both were independent and dedicated workers. More importantly though, they were great folk to have around, fitted into our way of life seamlessly, and showed a genuine interest in our project.

Best of luck with your future travels, both of… read more you, and you're always welcome to return.

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03/09/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (cyrille)

Cyrille was a great bloke who visited us briefly with his camper van as part of a tour through Portugal. He got stuck into the work we were doing at the time in the veg garden and was easy to share space with. We shared some work and some meals, some wine and some games. I hope we see him again someday, and wish him all the best with his future… read more adventures.

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21/08/2014

Left by Workawayer (Richard) for host

I worked here for 4/5 weeks in the summer of 2013, which was my first workaway experience. I had a excellent time here, and met load of great people (besides the hosts) during my stay. For someone travelling alone, it was really cool to meet so many people in such a short space of time - especially after battling the mountains solo on my bicycle… read more to get there. The location is pretty remote, ~40km for the nearest reasonable size town (Fundao), and while buses do run they are pretty few and far between. However, if you are happy to hang-out in the mountains surrounded by amazing scenery you won't go wrong!

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(Very good
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08/05/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Joris)

Joris was a great help and an easygoing, fun guy to share our days and space with. We got loads done, and had a good time doing it.

The best time I had during seven months of traveling was probably with Andrea, Jeroen and their two kids. It was pleasure to learn here about a sustainable lifestyle, different design systems but also life in gereral. Only a half day of work and a own caravan gives you the freedom to deal with your own, which I enjoyed a lot.
A place I will… read more visit again and definetely recommend to any workawayer!

Leif was a brilliant workawayer and it's been a shame to wave goodbye today. He fitted into our family life easily, enjoying a glass of wine and a chat in the evening but also being able to occupy himself when we weren't around. He worked really hard at all the tasks we were working on. He didn't need tasks explaining more than once and was a… read more pleasure to work with. Previous experience with cows meant he had no problems dealing with our goats, the most difficult members of the household! Most importantly of all, Leif has a genuine interest in a sustainable lifestyle and it showed. Hope to see you again sometime Leif :)

(Excellent
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30/12/2013

Left by Workawayer (Calum) for host

Although I didn't stay long Andrea and Jeroen were kind hosts who were very understanding. The work was good and it was nice to get a free afternoon every day. I underestimated how cold it gets at higher altitude in Portugal during the night. My advice to anyone considering going here in winter (which to be fair Andrea did warn me about) is bring… read more a very warm sleeping bag or two! and plenty of warm clothes. Also bear in mind there is no electricity so no lights, heating (apart from small fire in volunteer room) on or hot showers which can be tough when it gets dark and very cold at 6pm in the winter months. Saying that I would definitely consider coming back here from April onwards as it seems like a good workaway.

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29/12/2013

Left by host for Workawayer (Calum)

Sadly Calum had to cut short his visit as the weather was abysmal whilst he was here. However, in the brief time that we knew him Calum proved to be a great visitor. He didn't need tasks explaining more than once and just cracked on with no fuss. He showed a genuine interest in our project and it would have been fabulous to have been able to spend… read more more time together. Calum would be welcome back any time, perhaps when the weather is less intense!

Johanna was a really lovely visitor who worked tremendously hard whilst she was with us and showed a genuine interest in our project. Sadly the weather was terrible whilst she was here and the visit was cut short as a result, but we would happily welcome her back any time.

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09/06/2013

Left by Workawayer (Max) for host

I spent 6 weeks with Andrea and Jeroen, and loved it. This was my first workaway experience and it couldn´t have been better. The family is wonderful, and the farm is beautiful. I will definitely be going back someday.

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22/02/2013

Left by host for Workawayer (wayne james)

Jim stayed with us for a couple of months winter 2012/13. He completed some lovely stone work for us, did a whole load of vine pruning, and various other garden type work. He's a really self sufficient guy who can manage his own time. We'd love to see him again sometime, and wish him well in finding the place he's looking for.

Anna and her lovely dog Sally are the sort of guests we'd love to see more of. Anna got involved in all sorts of projects in the garden and took responsibility for looking after our animals each morning. Sally was completely trustworthy with our own animals (cats, other dogs, goats and poultry) and children. We'd love to see them both again one… read more day and wish them lots of joy on their further adventures.

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01/08/2012

Left by host for Workawayer (Sharan)

Sharan was a brilliant guest who took everything in her stride and was willing to have a go at all sorts. She did everything we asked her to do superbly, but special credit for being an excellent cook who coped admirably with less than perfect conditions. We'd love to see her again some day.

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02/06/2012

Left by host for Workawayer (Peppi)

Peppi worked with us with a friend for a period of the summer 2011. A wonderful workawayer, we'd always welcome her back. She's self reliant and able to use her initiative, she works hard and she's an easy, cheerful person to have about the farm.

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28/05/2012

Left by Workawayer (Naomi) for host

We had such a good first workaway experience with Andrea Jeroen and the kids, as well as the other workaway guests! Steve and his guitar by the campfire) :) As we went at a quieter time of the year (March - April) it worked really well having both of us there making the daily tasks more enjoyable- very different from our daily lives! Just be… read more prepared to work hard in the day and then be able to enjoy the beautiful surroundings in the afternoon and evenings. It was also a lovely experience to see the baby goats being born.

Thank you again for having us, hope the farm is filling up with vegetables!

Nei and Holly X

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10/04/2012

Left by host for Workawayer (Naomi)

Holly and Nei stayed with us for just under a fortnight, and we can't recommend them to other workaway hosts highly enough. They worked really hard at all sort of different tasks whilst they were with us, but more importantly, were excellent guests. We knew that if we gave them a task they could be trusted to see it through, and on a day to day… read more basis they took on a large portion of our animal care tasks. We really enjoyed their company and their good spirits, and would love to see them both again if they're ever out this way :-)

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02/05/2012

Left by Workawayer (Felix) for host

Andrea and Jeroen are two lovely hospitible hosts. They own a most idyllic plot in beautiful Portugal, if you like rural, and small villiages then stop here. The farm has a small homely feel, good food, lush walks and a relaxed atmosphere.

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29/04/2012

Left by host for Workawayer (Felix)

Felix is a personable and enthusiastic guy who deserves much credit for making it all the way here by bike, battling appalling weather and Portuguese mountains on the way. Sadly he's not been able to stay with us for very long, but it's been long enough for us to say we'd be very happy to welcome him back in the future. He's worked hard, played… read more hard and it's been a pleasure to have him around.

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26/02/2012

Left by host for Workawayer (Jodie & Keith)

Keith and Jodie were a lovely couple who really got into whatever they were doing. It was fabulous to have people here who were really putting their all into every moment and wanting to learn something to take away. They were good company and fun to have about, and we wish them every success with their plans once they reach home.

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24/02/2012

Left by Workawayer (Jodie & Keith) for host

Andrea and Jeroen were great people to work with. They always took the time to answer any questions we had and always explained the reasons for the jobs we were doing which gave purpose and meaning to the work. They manege large groups of people with great patience and organisation. There was always something fun to do and we were never bored! We… read more ate well and enjoyed good company. We hope to come back soon!

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28/01/2012

Left by host for Workawayer (Jennifer & Brandon)

Jennifer and Brandon have been with us here for about 2.5 months now, and we're just sad that their schedule doesn't allow them to stay longer. They've been here through the worst of our winter weather, getting involved in a whole range of different activities, all with a smile.

Jennifer has been particularly involved in caring for our goats… read more and has been taking pretty much sole charge of them, including milking, whilst Brandon has been particularly involved in helping us with some construction work. Both have also been involved in various garden activities; pruning vines, creating a new tyre terrace, making raised beds, transplanting strawberries, mulching, planting and beginning work on a hugelbed.

They're superb cooks, having treated us to a fabulous birthday cake, biscuits cooked on an open fire (our hobo stove!) and amazing duck which they learned to slaughter and butcher themselves.

It's been a pleasure to work with a couple with such a genuine interest in what we're trying to achieve. Only the ducks will be pleased to see them go .... ;)

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28/01/2012

Left by host for Workawayer (Nathan)

Nathan has been with us for three weeks and we'll be very sorry to see him leave us. He's been involved in several projects whilst here, and has proven himself to be capable, cheerful and sensible whatever is on the agenda. He's been involved in caring for our animals, including goats, and can be relied upon to do a great job. A great guest,… read more welcome back anytime :)

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15/12/2011

Left by host for Workawayer (stephen)

Stephen has just left us after staying around a month. He was a fabulous guest and we'd welcome him back in a moment.

Happy onward travels Stephen, and travel back in this direction sometime :-)

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07/08/2011

Left by Workawayer (Hélène & Anaëlle) for host

Andrea, Jeroen, Dany and Rowan are a fantastic family ! As soon as we arrived we feel at ease thanks to their warm welcome. It was our first volunteering and it was such a pleasure to work here,in a friendly atmosphere with beautifull landscape all around us. We spent a great time here with the family, other volunteers and we enjoyed all the… read more dishes (Andrea is a very good cooker ;-))

We would definitely recommend staying wuth thid lovely family and helping them with the Quinta

Thanks for all ! Hope to see you again some day.

Anaëlle & Hélène.

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29/07/2011

Left by host for Workawayer (Hélène & Anaëlle)

Anaëlle & Hélène were a tremendous help to us, and just the sort of guests we'd like to see more of! They helped us in the garden, with the animals and in the forest, and were diligent and enthusiastic about everything they got involved in. We'd love to see them again some day, and wish them both all the best with their future adventures :-)… read more Thanks girls!

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06/08/2011

Left by host for Workawayer (Katalin)

Kati, Bent and their lovely little one stayed with us for some weeks this summer and were a wonderful family to meet. They showed a real interest in our projects and we'd love to see them again someday.

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05/08/2011

Left by Workawayer (Katalin) for host

its really a beautifull place, a very unic experience is offered to those who are willing to give them self into a very basic form of living,which is truly a gift for live!
thanks andrea juron danny and rowen and the dogs and goats and ducks and ckickens and sardins

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04/08/2011

Left by host for Workawayer (Charlotte)

Charlotte was able to stay with us only a very short period of time as her plans changed at the last moment, but we enjoyed the all too brief time that we spent with her and would welcome her back.

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29/07/2011

Left by host for Workawayer (Lucas)

Lucas stayed with us for a couple of weeks in June, and was a pleasure to host. He assisted us in the garden, in the forest and with some building work, and also helped us out with some photography for which we're really grateful. He approached all his tasks with diligence and enthusiasm, whether it was a list of possible photo opportunities or a… read more hole needing digging in the Portuguese sun. We wish he'd been able to stay longer, and would love to see him again if he's ever back out this way.

All the best Lucas :-)

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01/06/2011

Left by host for Workawayer (Hélène)

Helene was a wonderful volunteer. She was great at all the tasks that we set her, she worked hard and carefully. But more importantly, she was a pleasure to have around and a marvellous guest. We hope to welcome her back some day :-)

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10/04/2011

Left by Workawayer (Amanda) for host

andrea and jeroen are amazing people and very welcoming. it was a new experience for me living almost off the grid. they were great at letting me choose days off and gave choices for various tasks that needed to be done that day. andrea is an amazing cook and the wine was great! thanks for everything :)

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07/04/2011

Left by host for Workawayer (Amanda)

Amanda came to as a last minute Workawayer. She was a real hard worker who was happy to have a go at everything, even tackling cleaning the goat shed :) She helped with the animals (tried her hand at milking and cheesemaking) and got stuck into all sorts of gardening work. Amanda was also great to have about and easy to please. She was good… read more humoured and got on superbly with the kids.

Até logo Ms Mulch, come back soon!

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28/01/2011

Left by Workawayer (Jackie) for host

I had a really fantastic time here. Andrea and Jeroen were very welcoming and provided a laid-back atmosphere, delicious veggie meals, and copious amounts of home-made cheese and wine :)
The tasks were varied, and there was always a choice of things to do - my highlight was learning how to milk the goats, but I very much enjoyed all the jobs… read more involved in looking after the animals.
I am very grateful to them for opening up their home to me, it's a shame I had to leave early, but I hope to return in the summer ^^

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20/01/2011

Left by host for Workawayer (Jackie)

Jackie has been an absolute star and we´ve loved having her join us. She has fitted in with the routine and the family superbly, been easy to accommodate and a tremendous help with the various projects we´ve been working on.

I think a highlight must be Jackie´s capability with our animals. From never having milked a goat she progressed to taking… read more full responsibility for our little herd single handed in just a day or so.

Unfortunately Jackie had to leave us early due to a last minute commitment back home, but we´d be very happy to welcome her back any time, and wish her best of luck with the interview!

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23/11/2010

Left by host for Workawayer (tim)

Tim was an absolute star, in fact the perfect guest, and we´re really looking forward to seeing him again next year.

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02/11/2010

Left by host for Workawayer (Caitlin & Joshua)

Cait was always cheerful and fun to have around and we enjoyed her stay. She welcomed every task with equal enthusiasm and worked really well with our other volunteers. We´d love to see her again some day. Thanks Cait!

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22/09/2010

Left by Workawayer (Alasdair) for host

Andrea & Jeroen were brilliant hosts. Their project was my first volunteering experience they took the time and patience to answer all my rookie questions. The tasks were varied and plentiful so that I could always keep busy as well as find new skills to learn. My highlight of the stay was the goat milking - initially apprehensive at first, my… read more hosts guided and instructed me all the way so that I could always build confidence along the way.

I look forward to taking these new skills and attributes to new horizons. Thanks guys for a fabulous introduction to farm life! Hope to see you again some day.

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21/09/2010

Left by host for Workawayer (Alasdair)

Al was a really superb help. He was self sufficient and self motivated in that he worked contentedly alone where need be, solving problems as they came along. He did all sorts of different tasks for us, and is now an expert goat milker :-) Al fitted in as part of a large team too, proving as popular with the kids as with the adults! We wish he´d… read more been able to stay longer, and hope he´ll come back some day to see our progress.

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11/09/2010

Left by host for Workawayer (Amy)

Amy was our first volunteer via Workaway and we thoroughly enjoyed her visit.

Amy was friendly and relaxed, and integrated into our large group of volunteers and family life easily. She was willing to have a go at all the different things we had going on, even the washing up and seemingly endless veg prep! It was great to have Amy around and the… read more goats are pining for her already ;-)